2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 561 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volvo V50 | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | V50 | Aygo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2524 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |